Villa Charities

An Evening with Raine Maida & Chantal Kreviazuk in Support of Villa Colombo Toronto
2026-10-15 18:00 - 22:00 (America/Toronto) | Montecassino Hotel and Event Centre, 3710 Chesswood, Toronto, ON, M3J 2W4, Canada
An unforgettable evening with acclaimed Canadian artists Raine Maida and Chantal Kreviazuk as they headline a special fundraiser in support of Villa Colombo Toronto.

Ballo Liscio – Social Dancing Nights
2026-10-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-10-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-09-02 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-08-26 18:30 - 20:30 and 3 more dates | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

Grape Pressing Festival
2026-10-04 11:30 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live outdoor demonstration of the Italian tradition of grape pressing, with music and light refreshments.

“Altered States: Photography Transformed” – Exhibition Closing
2026-09-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Exhibit featuring the work of nine artists who challenge traditional ideas of what a photograph can be.

Republican Experiences in Renaissance Italy: Florence between Machiavelli and Guicciardini
2026-09-22 18:00 - 19:15 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
An examination of how political turmoil in Renaissance Florence shaped the republican and democratic ideas of Machiavelli and Guicciardini.

Festa delle Ciambelle
2026-09-20 11:00 - 13:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live demonstration showcasing the art of making ciambelle, the traditional anise-flavoured bread from the City of Veroli in Italy’s Lazio region.

Exhibit Tour of “Altered States: Photography Transformed”
2026-09-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Take a closer look at the exhibition “Altered States: Photography Transformed“ with a tour led by curator, Flavio Belli.

Italian Language Program for Adults – Intermediate I Course Begins
2026-09-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Advance your Italian language skills through our engaging, in-person courses designed specifically for adult learners.

Italian Language Program for Adults – Beginner I Course Begins
2026-09-15 18:30 - 21:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Tomato Sauce-Making Festival
2026-09-13 11:00 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate this annual Italian tradition with us and enjoy a plate of pasta, live musical entertainment and a complimentary jar of fresh tomato sauce to take home!

Jazz at the Columbus Centre: An Evening of Bossa Nova
2026-09-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Backed by a stellar ensemble, acclaimed Brazilian vocalist Fernanda Cunha headlines an intimate evening of classic bossa nova.

“Altered States: Photography Transformed” – Exhibition Opening
2026-08-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

L’eco dei Dialetti
2026-08-27 18:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A celebration of Italian dialects through the performance of original works in poetry, prose and song.

Searching for the Italian Language: Dante Alighieri & Italy’s Dialects
2026-08-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
An exploration of Dante Alighieri’s search for a literary Italian language through the diverse dialects of medieval Italy, led by Dr. Giulio Leghissa.

“From A to B: Artistic Craftsmanship Meets Alighiero Boetti” – Exhibition Closes
2026-08-19 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An exhibition of unique works by master artisans across disciplines, using traditional techniques to interpret the art and ideas of Alighiero Boetti.

Ferragosto
2026-08-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An outdoor community event featuring food, music, vendors and children’s activities in celebration of Ferragosto, the annual Italian summer holiday.

Summer Camp at the Columbus Centre – Closes
2026-08-14 - 2026-08-28 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Friday Chats with our CEO, Marco DeVuono
2026-08-07 11:00 - 12:00 | ON
You can have a meeting with Marco DeVuono, President and CEO of Villa Charities Inc., for a one-on-one conversation to answer any questions or to share your thoughts on our programs and services.

“From A to B: Artistic Craftsmanship Meets Alighiero Boetti” – Exhibition Opening
2026-08-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

Speducci Summer Festa
2026-07-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for our summer community event to enjoy some delicious food, dancing and live musical entertainment.
